A swollen or enlarged lymph node is most commonly due to an infection. Specific lymph nodes drain a particular region, and hence localized lymphadenopathy is also sit-specific. Some of the causes include tonsilitis, dental caries, flu, sinusitis, skin wounds, etc. In generalized lymphadenopathy, there is lymph node swelling in more than one region in cancer, sexually transmitted diseases, autoimmune disorders, etc. The lymph nodes become tender. Treating the infection resolves lymphadenopathy.
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Why is there lymph node enlargement under chin and groin in a child?
Query: Hello doctor, My two-year-old female child has mild lymph node enlargement under the chin and groin. She had a fever. Her weight is 17 pounds. Peripheral smear showed mild degree aniso-poikilocytosis. Her hemoglobin is 12. She has a minimal fullness of renal pelvic calyceal system (USG). Is there an... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Recurrent fever with lymphadenopathy sometimes indicates chronic infection like tuberculosis. If ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) is normal and the fever subsides, this may be a remote possibility. A mild fullness of pelvicalyceal system sometimes indicates mild obs... Read Full »
My baby has swollen lymph nodes. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I happen to see swollen lymph nodes at the back of the neck in my 1 year old baby. I have consulted a doctor last month. He gave antibiotics for five days. But still, I see the swelling (from last month 20th, he has boils like prickly heat on the head, forehead, and hands which heals b... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Prominent lymph nodes are common in children below the age of 6 years. As long as the child is not chronically ill, is gaining weight, feeding well, and not having any other problems, you need not worry. Also, as regards the lymph node, you should keep a check if the... Read Full »
Is it common to remove a salivary gland instead of a lymph node to check for lymphoma?
Query: Hi doctor, I had a biopsy done, and the surgeon was supposed to remove a lymph node to check for lymphoma. But, the surgeon removed my salivary gland by mistake. The surgeon sent off the salivary gland without knowing that he had removed the wrong part, and they ran a couple of tests. But, the repor... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) say that you have lymphadenopathy. The tissue received for biopsy was lymphoid tissue only. But, it was not a complete lymph node, and only an incisional bi... Read Full »
I have persistently swollen, non-painful lymph nodes. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I have a swollen lymph node on my neck that enlarged around two months ago when I was feeling sick for a few days. At that time, they were painful as well. Subsequently, the pain subsided, and they retracted but remained somewhat swollen. A few weeks later, I fell ill again, experiencin... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.Based on your description, you may have lymphadenopathy, which is the enlargement of lymph nodes due to infection, inflammation, or other underlying medical conditions. The fact that your lymph nodes became swolle... Read Full »
What could be the reason for swollen lymph node behind my ear?
Query: Hello doctor,I have had this swollen lymph node behind my ear for about three months now. What could the reason be? There is no pain. I can move it. I do not have any other symptoms, such as fever, weight loss, or fatigue. I have been coughing up mucus for a few years now. Could this be the reason, ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It looks like you have a small benign lymph node. Lymph nodes do not harm, and everyone has lots of them in their bodies. These flare up only when there is a minor infection to fight in your surroundings. So there is not much to worry about, ... Read Full »
My father has multiple mesenteric lymph nodes. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am inquiring about my father, who is 75 years old. He is diabetic and has a history of myocardial infarction (MI) in 2006 and coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) in 2007. I have also attached his medical summary and history for your reference. About four years ago, he experienced i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have reviewed the attached clinical summary (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity), which is very detailed and well-written, I must say. I have also reviewed the ultrasound (U/S) abdomen report. Coming to your question: There are some enlarged lymph ... Read Full »
My friend has white tongue and lymph node swelling. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, My friend has white tongue since 20 days, used probiotics from 10 days but problem did not solve. But no sore throat and no discomfort while eating anything. He feels lymph nodes near right side of neck, back side of ear and near arm ankle from last one week. Got some pimples on his f... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. White patches on the tongue can be oral thrush caused by candida albicans seen in severe imunosupression especially stage 3 or 4. Pain on swallowing can be from involvement of the larynx and oesophagus of the thrush seen in stage four. Persistent lymph node is also comm... Read Full »
Why swollen nodes in my daughter with a non-malignant biopsy?
Query: Hello doctor, My daughter is 15 years old and has swollen lymph nodes. A biopsy is done. It is non-malignant. No tuberculosis. But ANA has come positive. I would like to share the reports and take your opinion. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is a possibility of autoimmune disorder with underlying ANA and large lymph nodes. It is a good thing the malignancy is ruled out. But I would like to see the detailed biopsy report as well to be sure where we are heading. As for ANA positive, I would like to k... Read Full »
What is the pea-sized lump seen below my armpit?
Query: Hello doctor, I just noticed I have a painless pea-sized lump just below my armpit. I am not currently ill and otherwise feel fine. What is it? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Actually, it is an enlarged lymph node as per your description. It is a normal phenomenon of enlargement if there is any skin infection on the same side or ingrowing nail. Your body is protecting you from an infection and trying to kill the organism by trapping it i... Read Full »
I have lymph node swelling and brain fog. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 19-year-old male, currently on no medication, and have never taken any medication. I have no illnesses that I am aware of, but I have had brain fog for the past three years. It all started when I was around 15 years old. My acne also got worse during that time. The brain fog has ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. You can go for lymph node FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology) if it is increasing in size, painful, or tender. Is there any recent infection that could cause an increase in lymphadenitis? I hope this will... Read Full »
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